DD Service Coordinator at Linn County Department of Health Services – Albany, Oregon

DD Service Coordinator 1 - Two Positions Available
Developmental Disabilities Department (Classification 751)
SEIU Represented Full-Time (37.5 hours/week) position

Provides service coordination for individuals with developmental disabilities which may include but is not limited to: intake, needs assessment and documentation; development of individualized service plans; participate in and facilitate multidisciplinary interagency meetings representing the Health Department; provide prospective consumers and the general public information about available services; case management; develop and maintain effective, harmonious, and reasonable work relationships with others; maintain regular and predictable work attendance; and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of case management and the public service system. Ability to conduct needs assessment interviews and develop individual support plans. Knowledge of the laws and Administrative Rules governing the services provided by the Office of Developmental Disabilities and ability to understand and interpret those laws as it relates to service delivery. Ability to write clear and concise reports and client summaries. Ability to quickly develop and maintain effective working relationships with department staff, consumers, the general public, and contract providers. Be able to attend work regularly. Computer skills required including the use of an electronic health record for service documentation.

Graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in behavioral science, social science or closely related field; or a bachelor’s degree in any field with 1 year of human services experience; or an associate’s degree in behavioral science, social science of closely related field with 2 years of human services experience; or 3 years of relevant human services related experience; or any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, education and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the work described. Bilingual preferred.

Must be able to pass a criminal history check and possess or obtain a valid Oregon driver's license with an acceptable driving record that meets the County's requirements.

This is a non-supervisory position. Lead work and coordination of work of others is not a typical function assigned to this position. Incumbents in this position may provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel.
Linn County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.